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Knife Review: Pohl Force Bravo One Outdoor: Sturdy EDC
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I have previously discussed the mighty Pohl Force Alpha One (meanwhile further refined as Alpha Two and Three). A great knife, but perhaps too much of a good thing for EDC. Hence knife designer Dietmar Pohl now offers a smaller variant, that’s perfect for EDC: the Bravo One, which comes in 2 versions. In this review we have a closer look at the Bravo One, we compare its features with those of its big brother, and there is even an interview with Mr. Pohl !
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September 4th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
@applevalleyjoe In Europe the price is rather ok (USA-sourced knives are usually more expensive). Also, these Taiwanese outsourcing partners know a thing or two about quality, their products are a notch above typical mainland China products. If you ever the handled Taiwan-made Spydercos Sage 1 & 2, Chokwe, Bushcraft, and Gayle Bradley, you’d know that these are as well made as anything from anyone. In fact they feel almost as precise as my beloved Klötzlis! Hence you shouldn’t worry about that!
September 5th, 2010 at 12:05 am
I am concerned that this knife is made in Taiwan..what a shame! Too, for a Chinese-made knife it’s pretty expensive here in the US. For that kind of money I can get a US made Emerson. Still, a nice knive. Hopefully, Mr. Pohl can find the sweet spot (3.5-3.6″ blade) for the next one. I like the ergonomically shaped blade which lends itself to a great hand-hold. The Alpha 2 Desert is a killer!!! Thanks, Mr. Pohl.
September 5th, 2010 at 1:02 am
Ahh ok, that must be it, Thanks
September 5th, 2010 at 1:20 am
@v3n0m007308 It’s from the sample library within iMovie on the Mac. Perhaps other Youtube creators have used the same sample?
September 5th, 2010 at 1:52 am
nice vid.. but I keep wondering, where does the intro music come from? It sound familiar, but don’t know where it comes from
September 5th, 2010 at 2:17 am
@roaringwaterbay It’s far too small for that particular usage ! Google for “zombietools” to find a more appropriate solution to any zombie apocalypse…
September 5th, 2010 at 2:59 am
how would you rate you this knife for zombie invasion resistance? thank you.
September 5th, 2010 at 3:23 am
Oh wow! I am in love with this knife! I will have to try and save up for this knife.
Thank you for another great review, really top rate!
September 5th, 2010 at 3:38 am
@cmonsterz ..there is one on ebay right now.
September 5th, 2010 at 4:08 am
i want one nice review mate
September 5th, 2010 at 4:41 am
Nice review
Be safe
September 5th, 2010 at 5:21 am
nice tactical folder.
September 5th, 2010 at 5:27 am
very interesting, many thanks!
September 5th, 2010 at 5:42 am
Fantastic review, Never liked the alpha one from a practical perspective but this smaller version really caught my eyes!
September 5th, 2010 at 6:33 am
@cmonsterz Youwantit2 has both models listed for $174.99
September 5th, 2010 at 7:26 am
Another great video sir. Keep them coming.
September 5th, 2010 at 7:27 am
@cmonsterz You can find these knives a Youwantit2. They are the only distributor for Pohl Force in the U.S.
September 5th, 2010 at 7:45 am
always loved youre reviews, but this one is gold class as is the knife
September 5th, 2010 at 7:47 am
Its fun to see you are getting fancier with some video editing. I need to try some of that. good vid
September 5th, 2010 at 8:16 am
MrDagon007…superb video. I am certainly wanting to get both of these knives. They are somewhat difficult to find in the United States at this time, though! Merci!
September 5th, 2010 at 8:59 am
That grin you get represents a slippery slope, come to the dark and tactical side, we in addition to great knives, we have cookies and milk.
If you had a need to reliably one hand this knife a small strip of non skid abrasive material might help.
September 5th, 2010 at 9:47 am
Another wonderful review of a knife seldom seen in USA. looks to be extremely stout and capable. Very cool how you inserted the clip of Herr Pohl in the middle of the vid. It is always interesting to hear the designers talk about their creations. Seems you had a great time at that knife show.
September 5th, 2010 at 10:45 am
@TheEvrael Indeed, there is no provisioned way to add a thumb disk on this version.
But really, you can still open it easily enough with one hand using your thumb. I do not “flick” knives open, so I don’t mind.
September 5th, 2010 at 11:41 am
so the normal version doesnt have a thumb disk and you cant put one on it like the on the big one?
September 5th, 2010 at 12:01 pm
Nice Review, THX!